This Dorset, Hampshire & the Isle of Wight guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground.
This Dorset, Hampshire & the Isle of Wight guidebook covers: Bournemouth and Poole, the Isle of Purbeck, Central Dorset, Western Dorset, East Dorset and the Avon Valley, the New Forest, Winchester and Northern Hampshire, Southampton, Portsmouth and around, the Isle of Wight.
Inside this Dorset, Hampshire & the Isle of Wight travel book, you’ll find:
A wide range of sights – Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks
Itinerary examples – created for different time frames or types of trip
Practical information – how to get to Dorset, Hampshire & the Isle of Wight, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and more
Author picks and things not to miss in Dorset, Hampshire & the Isle of Wight – Durdle Door, Paddle boarding in Poole harbour, Highclere Castle, New Forest ponies, Cycle the South Downs Way, HMS Victory, Winchester Cathedral, Corfe Castle, Walk the South West Coast Path, Lymington, Walk to Tyneham village, Bournemouth Beach, The Needles, pint at the Square and Compass
Insider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots
When to go to Dorset, Hampshire & the Isle of Wight – high season, low season, climate information and festivals
Where to go – a clear introduction to Dorset, Hampshire & the Isle of Wight with key places and a handy overview
Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences – regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needs
Places to eat, drink and stay – hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels
Practical info at each site – hours of operation, websites, transit tips, charges
Colour-coded mapping – with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlife
Background information for connoisseurs – history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversity
Fully updated post-COVID-19
The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in Dorset, Hampshire & the Isle of Wight, as well as great planning tools. It’s the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground.